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BA ( Hons ) Television Production
UCAS code P312
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
Accredited course
ScreenSkills Select
Avid
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What ' s this course about ?
The UK ' s television production industry is one of this country ' s greatest creative success stories . We produce ground-breaking , dynamic and truly creative content and formats that are sold around the world . Our ScreenSkills Select-accredited degree will teach you how to create a wide range of live television and factual programmes , develop media production skills through industry-level practice , and master the practical and business elements of TV production .
Example placements
● Discovery UK
● Sky
● Envy
Example topics
● TV production practices
● Editing for film and video
● Television format live
● Factual media production
● Television broadcasting
● Documentary film-making
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Course highlights
● Learn and practise live TV production skills by creating , organising and directing content for our live online weekly TV programme and external events in Portsmouth
● Gain valuable industry experience by taking an optional 1-year placement
● Experience running a real TV channel by getting involved with our student-led TV channel
● Attend specialist masterclasses and workshops on all areas of TV production
● Take specialist modules to support your area of interest
● Gain Certified Avid Media Composer and Adobe Creative Associate qualifications
● Access training events , bursaries and scholarships – one of many advantages of a ScreenSkills Select accreditation
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‘ The course taught me so many skills which have been invaluable at work in the industry for broadcasters like ITV and BBC . ’
Alex Watson
Graduates in work and / or further study 90 %
HESA Graduate Outcomes survey 2018 / 19
Future opportunities
This degree course can take you in many industry directions . After you ' ve graduated , you can follow the path of other television production graduates who ' ve prospered in successful careers in broadcasting and television transmission , postproduction , radio and TV studio production .
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BA ( Hons ) Animation
UCAS code W615
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent . Applicants will need to attend an interview with a portfolio of work .
Accredited course
JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Support )
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What ' s this course about ?
Gain the sought-after technical skills , artistic insight , and platform diversity to apply your talent to any form of visual arts , media or communication . You ' ll develop advanced abilities in character animation , visual storytelling , compositing and editing , and learn from active industry professionals who ’ ve directed animations for Disney , Warner Bros ., and Cartoon Network , and produced special effects for prominent film franchises like Lord of the Rings , Harry Potter and Chronicles of Narnia .
Example placements
● Mosaic Films
● Framestore
Example topics
● Visual research for animation
● Previsualisation and motion capture
● 3D animation
● 2D animation
● Advanced pre-production methods
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● Advanced visual effects and environments
Course highlights
● Practise the techniques that animators use in the film industry
● Learn industry-standard software and production methods and use professional animation equipment
● Meet prospective employers and industry contacts by showcasing your work at our student screening in London and at our annual Graduate Shows
● Gain valuable industry experience and knowledge with an optional placement year
● Earn Adobe Certified Associate ( ACA ) accreditation
● Put your artistry and skills to the test in our annual University GameJam
● Accredited by JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Services )
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‘ This course is absolutely amazing ; I cannot recommend it enough to prospective students . The tutors are incredible and help to elevate your work to a professional level with their infinite knowledge . They truly nurture your skills and allow you to develop your style as both an artist and animator . ’
Immy Goodman
Graduates in work and / or further study 90 %
HESA Graduate Outcomes survey 2018 / 19
Future opportunities
Visual communication and entertainment have become a dominant force in the last 20 years , with animation at their core . Animators are in demand across a range of creative industries including television , film , web , computer games , education and marketing .
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BSc ( Hons ) Computer Animation and Visual Effects
UCAS code II15
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB – BBC . BTEC : DDM – DMM . T level : M , must be in a relevant course . Tariff points : 112 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .
Accredited course
JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Support )
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What ' s this course about ?
Build skills in key areas such as concept drawing , 3D animation , physics-based simulation and compositing , with guidance from a team of industry experts from across the entertainment and advertising sectors . Using our spectacular facilities , software and equipment , you ' ll enhance your artistic and technical expertise and improve your research skills in the technology you ' ll work with , which is vital to your development as an all-round artist .
Example placements
● Industrial Light & Magic
● Framestore
● Moving Picture Company ( MPC )
Example topics
● CGI lighting and look development
● Advanced visual effects and environments
● Design and visual research for cinema and game
● Motion capture applications
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● Animation and set-up for computer animation
Course highlights
● Use world-class facilities like our Motion Capture Studio and Centre for Creative and Immersive eXtended Reality – housing the most advanced cinematicstandard equipment and virtual production suites of any university
● Familiarise yourself with professional software used in the industry , including NUKEX , Maya , 3DS Max , ZBrush , Houdini , Katana and Mari
● Get involved in our annual University GameJam
● Gain valuable industry experience by taking an optional placement
● Take advantage of our strong industry links to build professional contacts , such as attending guest speaker lectures and the chance to win sponsored prizes for your final-year project
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‘ I knew my interest was in 3D software and digital creative industry , and Portsmouth offered excellent facilities . I most enjoyed the opportunity to experiment and broaden my skill set with exciting technologies . ’
Thomas Efstathiou
● Professionally accredited by JAMES ( Joint Audio Media Education Support ) and SideFX as a Houdini Certified School
Future opportunities
Many of our graduates have gone on to work at either the University of Portsmouth or multi-award-winning special effects companies behind some of the biggest film and television franchises in the world .
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